At Dive Friends Bonaire, we believe that every great dive professional started with a passion for sharing the underwater world. If you’re ready to turn that passion into a career, we’re excited to announce our 2027 PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC) schedule.
Whether you’re a Divemaster looking to become a PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor or you’re ready to take the next step in your professional diving journey, our IDC in Bonaire will prepare you for success.
2027 PADI Instructor Development Course Dates
- 15 – 24 February / PADI Instructor Exam (IE): 25 & 26 February
- 12 – 21 April / PADI Instructor Exam (IE): 22 & 23 April
- 7 – 16 June / PADI Instructor Exam (IE): 17 & 18 June
- 2 – 11 August / PADI Instructor Exam (IE): 12 & 13 August
- 20 – 29 September / PADI Instructor Exam (IE): 30 September & 1 October
- 29 November – 8 December / PADI Instructor Exam (IE): 9 & 10 December
Why Choose Dive Friends Bonaire for Your PADI IDC?
A great Instructor Development Course is about much more than passing the Instructor Exam. At Dive Friends Bonaire, we focus on helping you become a confident, knowledgeable, and well-rounded dive professional.
Led by experienced PADI Course Director Eddy Klijs, our IDC combines personal coaching, realistic teaching scenarios, workshops, and plenty of opportunities to build the skills you’ll use throughout your career. We keep our groups personal, allowing plenty of individual attention while creating an environment where you’ll learn from and support one another.
Learn Where Others Come to Dive
There’s a reason Bonaire is considered one of the world’s premier diving destinations. With crystal-clear water, easy shore diving, healthy reefs, and year-round warm conditions, it’s the perfect place to complete your PADI Instructor Development Course.
Beyond the training itself, you’ll become part of the Dive Friends Bonaire family, a passionate community that lives and breathes diving every day.
Take the Next Step
If you’ve been dreaming about becoming a PADI Instructor, 2027 could be your year. Whether you want to travel the world, inspire new divers, or build a long-term career in the dive industry, your journey starts here.
We’d love to welcome you to Dive Friends Bonaire and help you achieve your goals.
Interested in joining one of our 2027 PADI Instructor Development Courses?
Get in touch with Course Director Eddy at coursedirector@divefriendsbonaire.com to receive more information or reserve your spot. We can’t wait to help you take the next giant stride in your diving career.
